Leaving Gee's Bend by Irene Latham

This is a fictionalized story loosely based on true events which took place in 1930's Gee's Bend, Alabama. Irene Latham, an Alabama author, does a very nice job of setting the scene and drawing the picture of young Ludelphia. Ludelphia must find help for her sick mother and so she embarks on a journey that changes her life.

Also included in this story is a small hint at the rich history of quiltmaking in the south and namely of Gee's Bend. A history which leads to traveling exhibits throughout the nation and U.S. commerative postage stamps bearing images of Gee's Bend quilts.

New Picture Books @ Your Library

The Curious Garden by Peter Brown

A little boy brightens the city around him by tending a garden that

spreads throughout the city.

The Goodnight Train by June Sobel

Perfect for reading at bedtime as your little one settles in for the night. The goodnight train is headed back to the station and all is peaceful and still at the end of the book.

Golidilicious by Victioria Kann

This is a follow-up to the popular Pinkalicious and Purplicious books by this author. A little girl and her brother play with her imaginary gold-horned unicorn that can float on water, fly, and turn herself into a fairy princess

Pint-Sized Post

The next time you're in the library check out our new newsletter for little ones--The Pint-Sized Post. This newsletter is just for you and your little one with games and activities you can do together. The Pint-Sized Post will be published each quarter so stay on the lookout for this.

Here is a sample page: